Elation Color Tone 50 Installation instructions

7/07/2010-visage Ver 1.1
Color Tone 50
Elation Professional
6122 S. Eastern Ave
Los Angeles, Ca 90040
www.elationlighting.com

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CONTENTS
1. General Information……………………………………………………………………… 4
a. Introduction………………………………………………………………………. 4
b. Unpacking………………………………………………………..…………..… 4
c. Customer Support…………………………………………….………………… 5
d. Warranty Registration……………………………………………………..…… 4
2. Safety Instructions………………………………………………………........…………. 6
3. Features……………………………………………………………………………………7
4. General Guidelines………………………………………………………………………. 8
5. Fixture Overview…………………………………………………………………………. 9
6. Mounting and Installation………………………………………………………….……. 10
a. Mounting Points…………………………………………………………………. 10
b. Mounting Positions……………………………………………………………… 11
c. Securing………………………………………………………………………….. 12
7. Understanding DMX……………………………………………………………………... 13
a. Data Cable Requirements...…………………………………………………….13
b. DMX Connections…………………………………………………….………….14
c. DMX Terminator………………………………………………………………….14
d. 3-Pin to 5-Pin Conversion……………………………………………………….15
8. Fixture Menu……………………………………………………………………………… 17
9. DMX Addressing…………………………………………………………………………. 23
10. Operation…………………………………………………………………………………..25
11. Working with Built-In Programs………………………………………………………… 27
12. DMX Channel Traits…………………………………………………………………….. 30
a. DMX Channel Values…………………………………………………………… 31
13. Cleaning and Maintenance………………………………………………………………34
14. Photometric Data………………………………………………………………………… 35
15. Dimensional Drawings………………………………………………….……………….. 37
16. Circuit Schematic………...……………………………………………………………….38
17. Warranty…………………………………………………………………………………...39
18. Technical Specifications…………………………………………...………….………… 41

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION: Congratulations, you have just purchased one of the most innovative and
reliable lighting fixtures on the market today! The Color Tone 50,™ has been designed to
perform reliably for years when the guidelines in this booklet are followed. Please read and
understand the instructions in this manual carefully and thoroughly before attempting to
operate this unit. These instructions contain important information regarding safety during
use and maintenance.
UNPACKING: Thank you for purchasing the Color Tone 50™ by Elation Professional®.
Every Color Tone 50™ has been thoroughly tested and has been shipped in perfect
operating condition. Carefully check the shipping carton for damage that may have occurred
during shipping. If the carton appears to be damaged, carefully inspect your unit for damage
and be sure all accessories necessary to operate the unit have arrived intact. In the event
damage has been found or parts are missing, please contact our customer support team for
further instructions. Please do not return this unit to your dealer without first contacting
customer support at the number listed below.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Elation Professional®provides a customer support line, to provide
set up help and to answer any question should you encounter problems during your set up
or initial operation. You may also visit us on the web at www.elationlighting.com for any
comments or suggestions. For service related issue please contact Elation Professional®.
Service Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.
Voice: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Forum: www.ElationLighting.com/forum
Warning! To prevent or reduce the risk of electrical shock or fire, do not expose this unit to
rain or moisture.
Caution! There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit. Do not attempt any repairs
yourself, doing so will void your manufactures warranty.

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Please do not discard the shipping carton in the trash. Please recycle whenever possible.
WARRANTY REGISTRATION: The Color Tone 50™ carries a two year (730 days) limited
warranty. Please fill out the enclosed warranty card to validate your purchase. All returned
service items whether under warranty or not, must be freight pre-paid and accompany a
return authorization (R.A.) number. The R.A. number must be clearly written on the outside
of the return package. A brief description of the problem as well as the R.A. number must
also be written down on a piece of paper and included in the shipping container. If the unit is
under warranty, you must provide a copy of your proof of purchase invoice. Items returned
without a R.A. number clearly marked on the outside of the package will be refused and
returned at customer’s expense. You may obtain a R.A. number by contacting customer
support at [phone].
Never open this fixture while in use!
During the initial operation of this fixture, a light smoke or smell may emit from the interior of
the fixture. This is a normal process and is caused by excess paint in the interior of the
casing burning off from the heat associated with the LED lamp and will decrease gradually
over time.
This device falls under protection-class I. Therefore it is essential that the device be
grounded properly.
All electrical connections should be performed by a qualified electrician.
Be sure the available voltage matches the voltage requirements of the unit.
Be sure the power cord is never crimped or damaged. If the power cord is damaged, replace
it immediately with a new one of similar power rating.
Always disconnect from main power before performing any type of service or any cleaning
procedure.
Only handle the power cord by the plug. Never pull out the plug by tugging the wire portion of
the cord.
Please be aware that damages caused by manual modifications to the device are not
subject to warranty.

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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The Color Tone 50™ is an extremely sophisticated piece of
electronic equipment. To guarantee a smooth operation, it is
important to follow the guidelines in this manual. The
manufacturer of this device will not accept responsibility for
damages resulting from the misuse of this fixture due to the
disregard of the information printed in this manual.
1. Always be sure that the fan and the air inlets remain clean and are never blocked.
Allow about 6” (15cm) between this fixture and other devices or a wall to allow for
proper cooling.
2. Never touch the fixture during normal operation. This can cause severe personal
injuries and/or damage to the fixture.
3. Be sure to unplug the COLOR TONE 50™ from the power outlet before performing
any service related issues.
4. Never look directly into the light source. You risk injury to your retina, which may
induce blindness.
5. For safe operation, follow the Installation guide described in chapter two of this
manual. Operating the COLOR TONE 50™ without suited safety aids such as
safety cables or clamps can increase the risk of damage and/or personal injury.
6. Installation should only be performed by qualified and certified personal.
7. When mounting this fixture, use only the original rigging parts included with this
fixture. Any structural modification will void the original manufactures warranty and
may increase the risk of damage and/or personal injury.
8. To reduce the risk of fire or shock, do not expose this fixture to rain or moisture.
9. Do not attempt to operate this fixture if the power cord has become damaged or
frayed.
Important Notice: Damages resulting from the disregard of safety and general user
instructions found in this user manual are not subject to any warranty claims.

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3. FEATURES
• Upgradable Firmware via Elation E-Loader Programming Device
• Light Source: Philips Lexel Led Module
• Convection Cooled – No Fans (Silent Operation)
• 2 DMX Channel Modes: 3 and 7
• Selectable Color Temperature from 2700K to 6500K
• Linear electronic dimmer from 0% ~100%
• Strobe effect with 1-18 flashes per second and pulse effect
• 3 selectable operation modes:
oDMX controlled,
oStand alone
oSound activated
•Dimmer intensity from 0%~100%
•User Selectable Voltage (Internal Taps)
•Control board with 4-digit display and foil-keyboard
•180˚ Rotating Display
•RDMX (Remote DMX addressing from any DMX console)
•Auto test for all functions
•USITT DMX-512 Complaint
•Value of each DMX-channel can be displayed
•8 User Assignable Program Presets - Internal Program: Edit and save programs to
the incorporated EEPROM through the front control panel or external controller; you
can save a maximum of 48 scenes, and run the saved programs by using the “run”
menu on the front control panel

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4. GENERAL GUIDELINES
This fixture is a professional lighting effect designed for use on stage, in nightclubs, in
theatres, etc. Do not attempt operation or installation without a proper knowledge on how to
so.
This fixture was designed for indoor use only, use of this fixture outside will void
manufactures warranty.
Consistent operational breaks may ensure that the fixture will function properly for many
years to come.
Do not shake the fixture around. Avoid brute force when installing or operating the device.
While choosing an installation location, please be sure that the fixture will not be exposed to
extreme heat, moisture or dust. The minimum distance between the fixture and a wall or flat
surface should be at least .5 meter (about 1.5ft).
Always install the fixture with an appropriate safety cable. When installing the fixture in a
suspended environment always be to use mounting hardware no less than M10 x 25 mm,
also be sure the hardware is insert in the pre-arranged screw holes in the base of the fixture.
Do not attempt to operate this fixture until you have familiarized yourself with its functions.
Do not permit operation by persons not qualified for operating this type of theatrical fixture;
most damages are the result of operation by nonprofessionals.
Please use the original packaging to transport the fixture in for service.
If the device has been exposed to temperature changes due to environmental changes, do
not switch it on immediately. The arising internal condensation could damage the device.
Leave the device switched off until it has reached room temperature.
If the external flexible cable or cord of this fixture is damaged, it shall be exclusively replaced
by the manufacturer or an authorized service agent or a similar qualified person in order to
avoid a hazard.

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5. FIXTURE OVERVIEW
1) Lens
2) Angle Set Screw
3) Hanging Bracket
4) Mode/esc button
5) Up Button
6) Down Button
7) Enter Button
8) 4-Segment Display
9) 5-Pin DMX Out
10) 5-Pin DMX In
11) 3-Pin DMX Out
12) 3-Pin DMX In
13) Safety Cable Hook
14) Power Output
15) Power Input/Fuse
16) Power Switch

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6. MOUNTING and INSTALLATION
Cautions:
For added protection mount fixtures in areas outside walking paths, seating areas, or in
areas were a fixture might be reached by unauthorized personal.
Before mounting the fixture to any surface, make sure that the installation area can hold a
minimum point load of 10 times the device’s weight.
Fixture installation must always be secured with a secondary safety attachment, such as an
appropriate safety cable (see page 12).
To avoid injury, never stand directly below the device when mounting, removing, or servicing
the fixture.
CAUTION!
While choosing an installation location, please be sure that the
fixture will not be exposed to extreme heat, moisture or dust. The
minimum distance between the fixture and a wall or flat surface
should be at least .5 meter (about 1.5ft).
Mounting points
Overhead mounting requires extensive experience, including amongst others calculating
working load limits, a fine knowledge of the installation material being used, and periodic
safety inspection of all installation material and the fixture. If you lack these qualifications, do
not attempt the installation yourself. Improper installation can result in bodily injury.
Refer to regulations BGV C1 (formerly VBG 70) and DIN VDE0711-217
for proper installation in Europe To ensure proper installation, only
qualified staff should attempt installation.
Be sure to complete all rigging and installation procedures before connecting the main
power cord to the appropriate wall outlet.

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CAUTION!
Be sure a qualified electrician performs all electrical
connections.
Mounting
The COLOR TONE 50™ is fully operational in any mounting positions, hanging upside-down
from a ceiling, side mounted, or set on a flat level surface (see illustration below). Be sure
this fixture is kept at least 0.5m (1.5’) away from any flammable materials (decoration,
drapes, etc.). Always use and install the supplied safety cable as a safety measure to
prevent accidental damage in the unlikely event of clamp failure.
Clamp Mounting
The Color Tone 50™ provides a unique mounting bracket assembly that integrates the
hanging yoke as well as the safety cable rigging point in one unit (see the illustration below).

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When mounting this fixture to truss be sure to secure an appropriately rated clamp to the
hanging yoke using a M10 screw fitted through the center hole of the hanging yoke. As an
added safety measure be sure to attached at least one properly rated safety cable to the
fixture using on of the safety cable rigging point integrated in the bracket assembly
Securing the COLOR TONE 50™
Regardless of the rigging option you choose for your COLOR TONE 50™ always be sure to
secure your fixture with a safety cable. The fixture provides a built-in rigging point for a
safety cable on the hanging bracket as illustrated above. Be sure to only use the designated
rigging point for the safety cable and never secure a safety cable to the hanging bracket.

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7. UNDERSTANDING DMX
DMX-512: DMX is short for Digital Multiplex. This is a universal protocol used by most
lighting and controller manufactures as a form of communication between intelligent fixtures
and controllers. DMX allows all makes and models of different manufactures to be linked
together and operate from a single controller. This is possible as long as all the fixtures and
the controller are DMX compliant. A DMX controller sends the DMX data instructions to the
fixture allowing the user to control the different aspects of an intelligent light. DMX data is
sent out as serial data that travels from fixture to fixture via data “IN” and data “OUT” XLR
terminals located on the fixtures (most controllers will only have output jacks).
DMX Linking: To ensure proper DMX data transmission, always use proper DMX cables
and a terminator. When using several DMX fixtures try to use the shortest cable path
possible. Never split a DMX line with a “Y” style connector. The order in which the fixtures
are connected in a DMX line does not influence the DMX addressing. For example; a fixture
assigned a DMX address of 1 may be placed anywhere in the DMX chain, at the beginning,
at the end, or anywhere in the middle. The DMX controller knows to send data assigned to
address 1 to that fixture no matter where it is located in the DMX chain. The Color Tone 50™
can be controlled via DMX-512 protocol. The Color Tone 50™ is a 3 channel DMX fixture (3
channel default, can also be a 7 channel fixture). The DMX address is set electronically
using the controls on the LCD menu (see page 23 for DMX addressing).
Data Cable (DMX Cable) Requirements (For DMX and Master/Slave Operation): Your
fixture and your DMX controller require a standard 3-pin or 5-pin XLR connector for data
input and data output (the figure on the next page is of a 3-Pin XLR connector). If you are
making your own cables, be sure to use two conductor shielded digital DMX cable rated at
120 ohms; this cable is designed for DMX transmission and may be purchased from your
Elation dealer or at most professional lighting retailers. Your cables should be made with a
male and female XLR connector on either end of the cable. Also, remember that a DMX line
must be daisy chained and cannot be split, unless using an approved DMX splitter such as
the Elation Opto Branch 4™ or DMX Branch/4™.

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Be sure to follow the above figure when making your own cables. Do not use the ground lug
on the XLR connector. Do not connect the cable’s shield conductor to the ground lug or
allow the shield conductor to come in contact with the XLR’s outer casing. Grounding the
shield could cause a short circuit and erratic behavior.
DMX-512 connection with DMX terminator
A DMX terminator should be used in all DMX lines especially in longer runs. The use of a
terminator may avoid erratic behavior in your DMX line. A terminator is a 120 ohm 1/4 watt
resistor that is connected between pins 2 and 3 of a male XLR connector (DATA + and
DATA -). This fixture is inserted in the female XLR connector of the last fixture in your daisy
chain to terminate the line. Using a line terminator (Elation part: DMX T PACK) will decrease
the possibilities of erratic behavior.

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DMX-512 connection with DMX terminator
A DMX terminator should be used in all DMX lines especially in longer runs. The use of a
terminator may avoid erratic behavior in your DMX line. A terminator is a 120 ohm 1/4 watt
resistor that is connected between pins 2 and 3 of a male XLR connector (DATA + and
DATA -). This fixture is inserted in the female XLR connector of the last fixture in your daisy
chain to terminate the line. Using a line terminator (Elation part: DMX T PACK) will decrease
the possibilities of erratic behavior.
5-Pin XLR DMX Connectors. Some manufactures use 5-pin XLR connectors for DATA
transmission in place of 3-pin. 5-pin XLR fixtures may be implemented in a 3-pin XLR DMX
line. When inserting standard 5-pin XLR connectors in to a 3-pin line a cable adaptor must
be used, these adaptors are readily available at most electric stores. The following chart
details a proper cable conversion.
Fixture DMX addressing;
All fixtures should be given a DMX starting address when using a DMX controller, so the
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channel number from which the fixture starts to “listen” to the digital control information sent
out from the DMX controller. The allocation of this starting DMX address is achieved by
setting the correct DMX address on the digital display located on the back of the fixture.
You can set the same starting address for all fixtures or a group of fixtures, or set different
address for each individual fixture. Be advised that setting all you fixtures to the same DMX
address will subsequently control all fixtures in the same fashion, in other words, changing
the settings of one channel will affect all the fixtures simultaneously.
If you set each fixture to a different DMX address, each unit will start to “listen” to the
channel number you have set, based on the quantity of control channels (DMX channels) of
each fixture. That means changing the settings of one channel will only affect the selected
fixture.
In the case of the Color Tone 50™, which is up to a seven channel fixture, you should set the
starting DMX address of the first unit to 1, the second unit to 8 (7 + 1), the third unit to 15 (7 +
8), and so on.
Note: During start-up the Color Tone 50™ will automatically detect whether a DMX data
signal is being received or not. If a DMX data signal is being received, the display will show
"A.XXX" (XXX representing the actual DMX address). If the fixture is not receiving a DMX
signal the display will flash "A.XXX" (XXX representing the actual DMX address).
If your fixture is connected to a DMX controller and the display is flashing (not receiving a
DMX signal), please check the following:
- The 3-PIN or 5-PIN XLR input plug (cable with DMX signal from controller) is not
connected or is not inserted completely into the DMX input jack of the fixture.
-The DMX controller is switched off or defective.
-The DMX cable or connector is defective.
-A DMX terminator has been inserted into the last fixture in your DMX chain.

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8. FIXTURE MENU
On-Board System Menu: The COLOR TONE 50™ comes with an easy to navigate system
menu. This next section will detail the functions of each command in the system menu.
LED Control Panel: The control panel located on the top, front of the fixture allows you to
access the main menu and make all necessary adjustments to the Color Tone 50™. During
normal operation, tapping the “MODE/ESC” key once will access the fixture’s main menu.
Once in the main menu you can navigate through the different functions and access the
sub-menus with the Up and Down buttons. Once you reach a field that requires adjusting,
tap the ENTER button to activate that field and use the UP and Down button to adjust the
field. Tapping the Enter button once more will confirm your setting. Once a setting is saved
the LED will briefly readout PASS to confirm a new setting has been made and locked into
memory. You may exit the main menu at any time without making any adjustments by
tapping the MODE/ESC button.
MODE/ESC Button - To access the main menu locate the MODE/ESC button on the front
of the unit. Press this button to activate the system menu. Tap the UP button until you reach
the function you wish to change. When you reach the function you wish to change tap the
ENTER button once to select that menu function. When a function is selected the menu will
begin to flash, use the UP or DOWN button to change the function. Once your changes are
made tap the ENTER button yet again to lock the change in the system menu. To exit
without making any changes tap the MODE/ESC button.
Default settings are shaded.
VALU
A001~AXXX
(AXXX)
DMX address setting
SLAV
ON/OFF
Set as Slave
<ADDR>
RDMX
ON/OFF
Remote DMX Address Change via
DMX
<RUN>
AUTO
ALON/MAST
Auto Program – Master or Stand
Alone
VALU
D-XX D-00(DXXX)
Display DMX value
FLIP
ON/OFF
Display 180˚ Rotation
MODE
<DISP>
D ON
ON/OFF
Delay shutting off LED display

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LOCK
ON/OFF
Key lock
(Press the MENU button for 3
seconds to activate)
<CHAN>
3CH/7CH
DMX channel Mode
<FAIL>
OFF/HOLD/AUTO
DMX Loss Configuration
<DFSE>
ON/OFF
Restore to Default Settings
SET
<VER>
V-1.0~V-9.9
Software version
MANL
<RED
GREN
BLUE
TEMP
PROG
STRB
DIMM>
RXXX（0-255）
GXXX（0-255）
BXXX（0-255）
TXXX（0-255）
PXXX（0-255）
SXXX（0-255）
DXXX（0-255）
Manual adjust intensity
<LIFE>
0000~9999(hours)
Total Hour Runtime
<CODE>
CXXX
Internal Clock Password ”038”
TIME
<CLFE>
ON/OFF
Last Runtime Reset
<STEP>
S-01~S-48
Select steps of program
RED
GREEN
BLUE
TEMP
PROG
STRB
DIMM
RXXX（0-255）
GXXX（0-255）
BXXX（0-255）
TXXX（0-255）
PXXX（0-255）
SXXX（0-255）
DXXX（0-255）
FADE
XXX
EDIT
<SC01>
~<SC48>
TIME
XXX.X(000.1s~999.9
s)
Edit the internal scenes
Remarks:
1) If the fixture does not receive a DMX signal the menu display will flash
repeatedly.
2) TIME: Adjust the hold time for each scene in built-in chase programs.
3) FADE: Adjust the fade time between each scene in the built-in programs.
- “MODE” - Function Mode:
<ADDR> - DMX address setting – This function is used to set or adjust the fixture’s
starting DMX address. Every device controlled by DMX has to have a unique starting
address. The addressing feature is what allows DMX to function properly. The DMX
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addressing also allows the fixture to ignore any DMX information coming from the
controller that is not meant specifically for the fixture. Because each fixture is connected
in a daisy-chain fashion it is imperative to assign a proper and unique starting DMX
address to each and every fixture. The DMX address is non-destructive and will remain
in the fixture’s memory even when the power to the unit is switched off. Memory is
backed-up and retain by an internal power source that should last about five years. For
proper DMX addressing see “DMX Addressing” on page 23 of this user manual.
“VALU” - Display the DMX 512 value of each channel
With this function you can display the DMX 512 value of each channel. The display
will automatically detail the changing DMX values as they are received from the
controller.
“SLAV” - Slave setting for Master/Slave Operation
With this function, you can define the device as slave for operation in Master/Slave
mode. Each slave setting will have a different function for a dynamic lightshow
without a controller.
“RDMX” - Address via DMX - This function allows the DMX address to
remotely be adjusted from a DMX console. This setting requires special settings for
both the controller and the fixture. RDMX is on by default. For operational
instructions please see Section 9/Page 23 of this manual “Remote DMX
addressing.”
<RUN> - Internal Program Settings
This function allows the internal programs to run in either stand-alone or master/salve
mode. In “Master” mode the fixture will send DMX data to other fixtures connect via the
DMX chain. In “Alone” mode the fixture will operate as a single fixture. The program for
this mode is selected in the “Select program” section of the control menu. You can set
the number of steps under “Edit program”. You can edit the individual scenes under
“Edit scenes”. With this function, you can run the individual scenes either automatically,
i.e. with the adjusted Step-Time.

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<DISP> - Menu Display Settings
This function allows the internal programs to run in either stand-alone or master/salve
DMX chain. In “Alone” mode
“VALU” - Display the DMX 512 value of each channel
This function will electronically display the current DMX value for any channel that is
currently being adjusted. The display will automatically detail the changing DMX
values as they are received from the controller. This function is “off” by default.
“FLIP” – This function will flip the display readout by 180˚ allowing for
better visualization when the fixture is mounted in an inverted position.
“D ON” – The display is designed to turn off during normal operation to
avoid excessive light in situations that require an extremely dark environment. This
function will adjust the time delay the fixture will remain on before it turns off. This
function is disabled as default.
LOCK –This function allows you to lock the keys.
This function activates the automatic key lock command. If this function is activated,
all menu keys will automatically lock whit in 15 seconds of the last menu function. To
temporarily deactivate the key lock function, press and hold down the
Mode/Esc-button for 3 seconds.
“SET” – Fixture Personality Settings:
These functions set specific running modes and operating parameters.
<CHAN> DMX Mode settings
This function allows the fixture to run in different DMX channel modes. Two modes
are available; 3 channel or 7 channel. See “DMX Traits” beginning on page 29 for a
detailed explanation of the different DMX modes.